Presley Gerber, the only son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has died at the age of 27 in what authorities are investigating as a suspected overdose.
Gerber, who followed his famous mother into modeling and was also the older brother of model Kaia Gerber, was found dead Sunday at the Resolutions Living rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, California.
His sudden death has left his family, friends and fans searching for answers, while investigators work to determine exactly what happened in the hours leading up to his death.
Gerber had reportedly struggled with substance abuse for nearly a decade. Over the years, he had also spoken publicly about his mental health and his battle with addiction, giving followers glimpses into a deeply personal journey that he had been trying to overcome.
The 27-year-old had been open about his substance abuse struggles on social media and had discussed different attempts to break free from addiction. At one point, he turned to ibogaine, a controversial psychoactive substance that has been explored by some people seeking help with substance dependence.
Despite those efforts, questions surrounding his final days remain unanswered.
On Monday, the Santa Monica Police Department issued two separate statements regarding Gerber’s death. Authorities confirmed that officers were investigating the circumstances as a suspected overdose.
“Death was pronounced at 09:45 hours on September 20, 2026, by responding paramedics. The Santa Monica Police Department is the investigating law enforcement agency,” officials said.
An autopsy was completed Monday as investigators began working to determine the precise cause and circumstances of Gerber’s death.
In a separate statement released shortly afterward, the Medical Examiner’s Office emphasized that the investigation was still in its early stages. Officials said that only limited information was currently available, meaning a definitive explanation for Gerber’s death had not yet been established.
